✦ Neatly Summary

Lagavulin 2002 Distillers Edition / Bot.2018 Islay Whisky is a from Lagavulin (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and sweet character — smokey, sherried, dried fruit, cooked fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.

Distilled in 2002 and bottled in 2018, this Lagavulin spent at least three months finishing in Pedro Ximenez sherry casks, mellowing the distillery's coastal peat with rich, dried-fruit sweetness. The nose reveals dates, cherries, and raisins alongside underlying smoke and salt spray, while the palate balances briney peat with notes of salted caramel and dark stone fruit. The texture is full and warming, with a long, satisfying finish that echoes both smoke and spice. A refined expression suited to evening contemplation or pairing with dark chocolate and cured meats.

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